Espace Air Passion: A Flight Through French Aviation History
Explore France's premier light aviation museum at Angers Loire Airport. Discover historic aircraft, restoration workshops, and the passion of flight.
Espace Air Passion, located at the Angers Loire Airport, is France's leading museum dedicated to light aviation. With a collection spanning from 1908 to the present, the museum showcases the evolution of flight through meticulously restored aircraft and interactive exhibits. Visitors can explore the workshops where volunteers bring these historic machines back to life, offering a unique glimpse into the passion and craftsmanship behind aviation heritage.
A brief summary to Espace Air Passion
- Angers Loire Aéroport, Marcé, 49140, FR
- +33241330410
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-1 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-1 pm
- Thursday 10 am-1 pm
- Friday 10 am-1 pm
- Saturday 10 am-1 pm
- Sunday 10 am-1 pm
Local tips
- Check the museum's schedule for special events, family exhibitions, and workshops, especially during school holidays.
- Don't miss the chance to climb aboard the Fouga Magister fighter and wear the pilot's helmet for a memorable photo.
- Visit the restoration workshops to witness the meticulous work of the volunteers who bring these historic aircraft back to life.
- Explore the museum's archive center, which houses a rich collection of documents and photographs related to aviation history.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Angers city center, the Anjou Bus line 2B (Angers - Noyant) stops at the 'Aérodrome' station, which is right by Espace Air Passion. The bus ride takes approximately 30 minutes. Check the Anjou Bus website for the most up-to-date schedule. A single ticket costs around €2.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Angers. A taxi ride from Angers city center to Espace Air Passion takes about 25 minutes. Expect to pay between €50 and €65 for the trip. Taxi services such as Taxi Proxi and Angers Allo Taxi operate in the area.
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Driving
Espace Air Passion is located at the Angers Loire Airport in Marcé. From Angers, take the D766 towards Seiches-sur-le-Loir/Tours/Blois/Baugé. Follow the signs for 'Aéroport d'Angers-Loire'. From the A11, take exit 12 towards Seiches-sur-le-Loir and continue on the D766. Free parking is available at the museum.
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